Vincent Fondale Recess Julian's Band

 

Vincent Fondale  

 

 
Vincent Fondale, of Cleveland, began singing at the early age of 2.  Vincent took delight in putting on mini concerts for his daycare buddies and teachers in the toddler room at Holy Family. Since then, he has been singing to his hearts desire for all his family, teachers and classmates. We think his charm keeps him out of trouble sometimes! 

 

Vincent debuted with his Dad’s band, Nostalgia Cleveland, in June of 2005 at the Parma Rib-n-Rock.  At the age of 5, he sang Lights, by Journey, twice at the request of the crowd.  That same year, Vincent sang again with Nostalgia Cleveland at Clay’s Park Rock-n-Resort in Massillon.  When Vincent gets in front of the microphone, he draws crowds of people to the stage.  Every Festival he goes to that has karaoke; he packs the tent with people. 

Video footage of both sets courtesy of Audioworks:

bullet Burn-Off Set 1
bullet Burn-Off Set 2

 

In January 2007, Vincent auditioned for a Reality TV Show called Finding Julian's Band.  Julian is a 2 yr. old drummer looking to form a band with children 10 yrs of age and under.  Vincent is a finalist for the show to debut in the Fall 2007 or Spring 2008.  Details are forthcoming.  For more information on Julian, visit www.littledrummerbaby.com.

Vincent's Tribute to Journey - February 2007

(Audio tracks using Windows Media Player)

 

bulletLights
bullet Don't Stop Believin
bullet Stone in Love
bullet Open Arms
bullet Faithfully

Video of the above studio recordings. Recordings and video produced by Eddie Tomecko of Audioworks.

bulletVideo Lights
bulletVideo Don't Stop Believin

 

In 2007 at 7 yrs. old, Vince has stunned many people with his voice.  His favorite band is Journey and can sing many of the favorites, including Lights, Don’t Stop Believin’, Faithfully, Stone in Love, Open Arms, When You Love a Woman, Lovin' Touchin' Squeezin', Separate Ways and Anyway You Want It.  Vincent is also fond of Styx, Boston, Bon Jovi and many more!

Since the audition, Vincent performed at the Cleveland Agora on March 25, 2007 as an opening act to the 2nd Annual Cleveland Icon Perseverance Awards hosted by The Cleveland Entertainment Coalition (www.clevelandec.org).  He performed with the other Reality TV Show finalist, Alex Raz, an extremely talented 9 yr. old guitar player.  Vincent performed 3 songs - Lights, Don't Stop Believin, and When You Love a Woman

Click the links below to view his performances.  All footage produced by Eddie Tomecko of Audioworks.
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Agora Song 1 (Lights)

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Agora Song 2 (Don't Stop)

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Agora Song 3 (When You Love)

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Agora - Alex Raz

 

 

Below is an excerpt of an article written by Deanna R. Adams, a freelance writer, essayist, writing instructor, speaker, and author of “Rock ‘n’ Roll and the Cleveland Connection.”  View her website at http://deannaadams.com.

[March 26, 2007] 

The Cleveland Icon Perseverance Awards  2007 

This event, the second annual, once again took place at the Agora and was hosted by the venerable “Host of the North Coast” - Peanuts (who still won’t reveal his real name).

The Cleveland Entertainment Coalition puts on a truly worthwhile event, but unfortunately, it’s still a well-kept secret. Their mission is to honor longtime veterans of the local music scene, including musicians, media, and behind-the-scenes movers and shakers. But more people are needed to shake things up and get their mission moving. President Londi Viccarone told me he needs more volunteers, particularly concerning this event. So if anyone is interested in being involved in this noteworthy organization, go to their website at www.clevelandec.org

Although the crowd Sunday night was lean at times, the music and the distribution of awards was entertaining, and the many reunions among friends created a party-like atmosphere.

It also gave you hope for the future musical generation. The first band that played, Nostalgia Cleveland featured a young boy, Alex Raz, who was just nine years old. He started things off in true rock-and-roll style by playing guitar like Jimi Hendrix (he did a near-perfect rendition of  “Star Spangled Banner” - not an easy feat at any age) and then, out came 7-year-old Vincent Fondale, who did a medley of Journey songs and he was absolutely amazing. Not just his voice, but his whole demeanor - he worked the crowd (who couldn’t take their eyes off of him) like a true professional at the top of his game. Wow.

I’m going to do a Jane Scott right now (for those who recall this veteran Cleveland rock reporter proclaiming Bruce Springsteen as the next big thing, back when most had never heard of him). So Remember the Name – Vincent Fondale. He’s going to be a star… 

 

Past Performances

Video footage added below

June 2005 Parma Rib-n-Rock - age 5 yrs. performed with Nostalgia Cleveland
July 2005 Clay's Park Rock-n-Resort performed with Nostalgia Cleveland
January 2007 Finalist for Reality TV Show “Finding Julian’s Band” featuring Julian Pavone - www.littledrummerbaby.com
February 2007 Cleveland Agora, 2007 Cleveland Icon Perseverance Awards performed with Alex Raz and Nostalgia Cleveland

May 25, 2007

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo 

Performing America by Neil Diamond (QT file)

Dont Stop Believin (QT file)

European Adoption Agency Benefit

visit www.eaci.com

July 1, 2007

Harley Davidson Freedom Celebration

Video 1 (QT file)

Video 2 (QT file)

performed with Nostalgia Cleveland

August 2007 recorded CD with Julian Pavone (world’s youngest drummer) and Alex Raz (10 yr old guitar wiz)

August 2, 2007

Holy Family Parish Festival

Montage of Journey

performed with Nostalgia Cleveland

October 2007 Recorded with AudioWorks Studio and created a video  singing When You Love a Woman to benefit the Cancer Society Good Intentions Foundation Inc. - a non-profit organization
November 2007 Hard Rock Café, Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Award for Julian Pavone
November 2007 Border’s Books, Bloomfield Hills MI Ripley’s Believe or Not Book signing for Julian Pavone
June 7, 2008 Town and Country Camp Ground, Salem OH performed with Nostalgia Cleveland
June 28, 2008 Stars and Stripes Fest, Mt. Clemmons MI performed with Julian Pavone, Alex Raz and Ralph Armstrong
July 17, 2008 Clays Park Rock-n-Resort, Massillon OH performed with Nostalgia Cleveland
July 25 - 26, 2008 Main Street Festival, Detriot MI performed with Julian Pavone, Alex Raz and Ralph Armstrong
July 30, 2008 Holy Family Festival, Parma OH Recess debut performance
August 29, 2008 WGN Chicago News Morning Show performed with the Julian Pavone Band
September 2008 356th Fighter Group Restaurant & Banquet Center, Canton OH Recess
October 4, 2008 Town and Country Camp Ground, Salem OH Recess
October 10, 2008 Stonefire Bistro, Brighton MI performed with the Julian Pavone Band
October 16, 2008 FOX 8 w/ Kenny Crummpton at Cleveland's Hard Rock Cafe performed with the Julian Pavone Band
October 27, 2008 Whisky A Go-Go, Hollywood CA performed with the Julian Pavone Band
November 1, 2008 Crofoot Concert Club, Pontiac MI performed with the Julian Pavone Band
November 28, 2008 FOX 8 News Cleveland's Morning Show performed with the Julian Pavone Band
March 28, 2009 11th Annual KidShow, Great Lakes Mall, Mentor OH Recess
March 29, 2009 11th Annual KidShow, Great Lakes Mall, Mentor OH Solo performance

For feedback or more information, please e-mail us at  info@vincentfondale.com

We would love to hear from you!

Thanks to all of our family and friends for their continued support! 

Our family would also like to thank Bernie Pavone and his family for giving Vincent the possibility to perform with Julian.  As well as their recommendations, support, and opportunities for Vincent.

We extend our gratitude to Eddie Tomecko of Audioworks for recording and filming Vincent in and out of the studio and enabling us to use his footage on this website.